Mechanical Engineer Project Consultant

Sargent & Lundy • Chicago, IL

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Project Consultant to lead mechanical engineering design efforts for teams of engineers and designers. The role involves resolving complex mechanical engineering issues, coordinating detailed design, developing integrated system designs and calculations, preparing specifications and studies, and reviewing work produced by others. The consultant will coordinate with engineers, project managers, clients, and suppliers, and assess existing facilities to recommend upgrades and replacements.

The position also includes mentoring less experienced engineers and sharing knowledge through the company’s peer-learning processes and Communities of Practice. It is based on a hybrid work schedule requiring in-office work three days per week. The role is part of the Energy & Industrial Group, which delivers engineering solutions for power generation, environmental compliance, oil and gas, and industrial projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program.
• At least 15 years of experience designing mechanical engineering systems for non-commercial heavy industrial plants, such as power, oil and gas, or chemical plants, including integrated, detailed system design for new plants, modifications, or replacements.
• Experience selecting equipment and piping materials, defining control philosophies, and preparing performance sizing calculations and specifications.
• At least 5 years of experience leading an engineering design team through all phases of project design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Technical knowledge of available equipment and proven pre-engineered systems used to execute systems design.
• Ability to create design schematics, such as flow diagrams and P&IDs, using computer design software.
• Experience serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead engineering role.
• Experience reviewing design drawings created by others.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
• Construction and start-up experience.
• Commissioning experience.
• Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design efforts for teams of junior and senior engineers and designers.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve a wide variety of mechanical engineering issues.
• Lead coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of mechanical engineering work.
• Develop integrated systems designs and perform supporting calculations.
• Prepare technical specifications for mechanical engineering equipment.
• Prepare engineering studies.
• Independently review work performed by others, including calculations and drawing preparation.
• Coordinate and provide guidance to engineers, project managers, client personnel, and suppliers to ensure complete and timely design.
• Review existing facilities and propose upgrades and replacements, presenting findings and recommendations to clients and peers.
• Share knowledge with experienced engineers through company processes and Communities of Practice.
• Mentor and guide less experienced engineers.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Back-up daycare.
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account.
• 401(k).
• Pre-tax commuter account.
• Merit scholarship program.
• Employee discount program.
• Corporate charitable giving program.
• Tuition assistance.
• First professional licensure bonus.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Paid annual personal/sick time.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid bereavement leave.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Employees may be eligible for a yearly discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior